Ou Xunmin

Life Cycle Analysis of Alternative Fuel Pathways

This Chapter is focused on the review of the development and application for alternative fuel pathways Life-cycle Analysis (LCA) models. A summary on the studies of multi-pathway comprehensive analysis and individualized studies of LCA models of the world is also made with emphasis on the methodologies currently being used in life-cycle analysis modeling for transportation fuels. Three major models are examined.

Scenario Analyses of Automotive Energy

This chapter provides a further integrated analysis of these energy problems, introduces a comprehensive analytical framework and modeling tools, and focuses on an analysis and evaluation of several scenarios related to vehicle energy systems. The aim is to provide an understanding of the essential development of automotive energy in China as well as to offer a scientific, structured data basis for choice of technology and policy formulation regarding sustainable automotive energy.

Policy Recommendations Regarding Sustainable Development of China’s Automotive Energy

The ultimate goal in developing China’s automotive energy is the establishment of a sustainable automotive energy system, which amounts to an ideal policy target scenario.

Life-Cycle Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Automotive Energy Pathways

In this chapter, a life-cycle analysis (LCA) of vehicle-fuel pathways covering the stages of resource extraction, fuel production, and utilization is conducted to examine the macro impact of China’s road transport energy supply and related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.